Product Strategy Manager

at  Canadian Bank Note Company Limited

Internal Job Title: Product Strategy Manager
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Job Location: 18 Auriga Drive, Ottawa ON
Work Model: Hybrid

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Product Strategy Manager within our Border Security (BorSec) division, you will be the subject matter expert on CBN’s systems related to passport, visa, and border management technologies. You will operate at the nexus of business development, operations, research and development and product management. You’ll participate in defining and developing the strategic direction of our suite of solutions and ensuring that our offerings meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or related field) and business acumen or a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (or related field) and an affinity for technology
• Knowledge of the following:
• Product management strategies/tools
• Agile or Scrum methodologies
• 5+ years of experience in product management or strategic marketing position
• Experience with LEAN manufacturing practices and principles is an asset
• Experience with ICAO technical standards and/or passenger facilitation is an asset.

Technological Skills

• Proficiency with MS O365
• Knowledge of FlexSim or other simulation software is an asset

Soft Skills and Abilities

• Critical thinking skills
• Analytical, problem-solving and strategic thinking skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication, influence and persuasion, teamwork and collaboration, leadership
• Organization and time management skills
• Presentation skills

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

• Fluency in English (fluency in French and/or Spanish is an asset, other languages are desirable)
• Ability to travel internationally approx. 4-6 weeks/year

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to obtain and maintain Government of Canada Secret (Level II) personal security clearance

ABOUT US

CBN designs and develops industry leading solutions for the following domains: Border Security, Civil Identity, Driver Identification and Vehicle Information, Currency and Excise Control, and Lottery and Charitable Gaming. To learn more, visit www.cbnco.com.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Canadian Bank Note Company, Limited is committed to achieving a skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of the Canadian population. We encourage applications from women, visible minorities, people with disabilities and Aboriginal people. Canadian Bank Note Company Limited is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments.
If contacted regarding this position, please advise the interview coordinator of any accommodation measures you may require.

• Needs Assessments

• Collaborate with clients to thoroughly understand their specific needs and requirements.

• Engage in strategic discussions to evaluate and define complex solutions that address client challenges.
• Relationship Management
• Build and nurture productive, professional, and long-term relationships with a diverse client base, including decision-makers at various levels of government globally.
• Represent the company in discussions regarding border security systems, ensuring clear communication and alignment with client objectives.
• R&D Collaboration
• Champion new directions for the company’s research and development agenda by identifying emerging system solutions.
• Partner with R&D and Engineering teams to assess the feasibility ("buildability") of new ideas and explore options for bringing innovative solutions to market.
• Support the development of internal business cases for new product development
• Product Management
• Act as a key member of the product management team focused on border security solutions.
• Provide guidance to the Product Owner and our development teams, ensuring alignment with client needs and market demands.
• Proposal Development
• Serve as a critical resource in responding to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), helping to articulate meaningful and customized propositions that resonate with potential clients.